Belgian youth cycles 4,500 km to Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj

Driven by unwavering faith and spiritual devotion, a 26-year-old Belgian youth, Anas Al-Razqi, has arrived in Saudi Arabia on a bicycle after covering an extraordinary journey of over 4,500 kilometers to perform Hajj.

Beginning his remarkable journey during the holy month of Ramadan, when most were engaged in prayers and fasting, Anas set out with the goal of reaching the sacred city of Makkah on two wheels.

His route spanned several countries, including Austria, Italy, and Bosnia, before finally reaching the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Anas shared that he began his journey while fasting in Ramadan, cycling nearly 100 kilometers daily. “This is a dream come true, a divine blessing. I spent nights in mosques during my travels.

The journey was not easy, but through faith, passion, and patience, I overcame every challenge,” he said.

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Upon reaching Saudi Arabia at the Halat Ammar border, Anas was warmly welcomed with flowers and traditional Arabic coffee. He was seen wearing his official Hajj permit badge while completing entry procedures with border security officials.

In a similar display of devotion, three Spanish Muslims—Abdul Qadir, Abdullah, and Tariq—earlier traveled over 8,000 kilometers on horseback to reach Saudi Arabia.

The trio, who embraced Islam 35 years ago, began their journey nearly eight months ago, fulfilling a long-cherished dream to perform Hajj.